Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Seoul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 52 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul.
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 2 hours ahead of Bangkok.
With 137 flights a week between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Korean Air operates the earliest flight at 00:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from BKK to ICN is with Asiana Airlines at 23:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from BKK to Seoul. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul that touches down at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul. The most popular include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from BKK to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
If you have a passport from Thailand, you will need an ETA to enter South Korea. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel close to BKK? If you're boarding an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Seoul
₹ 7,751 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 13,322. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKK to Seoul.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 1 hour and 44 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you're catching a late flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul and then be on the lookout for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from BKK to Seoul:
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seoul. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from BKK to Seoul sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are highlights which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
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